Technical Design Coordinator

KnitWell Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Career development

Volunteer opportunities

Health insurance

401(k)

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

KnitWell Group is seeking a Technical Design Coordinator in New York City. This role supports the Technical Design and Product Development teams by maintaining the Technical Design Manual, managing fit models, and supervising label initiatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating model schedules, handling invoicing, IT system training, and cross‑functional project management. You will contribute to a fast-paced environment with a 4‑day work week in the NYC office.

Qualifications

• Fashion degree or 2-3 years in fashion industry.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with PLM and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage fit model process and scheduling; coordinate with models and agencies.
• Maintain Technical Design Manual and liaise with IT and other teams.
• Oversee label initiatives, library, and vendor relations.
• Handle administrative duties including travel, invoicing, and IT system training.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Verbal and written communications

Attention to detail

Project management

Time management

Collaboration

Budget and fees management

Education

Fashion-associated degree

2-3 years fashion experience

Tools

PLM

Excel

Word

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

About us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women’s clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that’s both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

About the role

The Technical Design Coordinator manages projects and assigned functions for the Technical Design organization. Position is responsible for maintaining the Technical Design Manual, Label function, Fit Model process and gives full support for Technical Design and Product Development team. Position also manages department financial function.

The impact you can have

FIT MODEL MANAGEMENT

• Manage fit model process

• Book fit models and manage fit schedules; involves significant coordination and scheduling work.

• Manage billing review/approval process; involves attention to fee/charge procedures.

• Manage model agency relationship.

• Requires understanding of business priorities to assure models are available when necessary.

TECHNICAL DESIGN MANUAL

• Maintain Technical Design Manual working with multiple business areas (Quality Assurance, Technical Design, etc.). Manage revision and communication process.

• Manage inquiries pertaining to manual content.

• Act as Business Interface with IT as it relates to communication of the manual; manage the loading of data into system database.

• Act as project manager/point person for pulling information together, resolving issues, obtaining data.

• Field questions from Li & Fung and external vendors relating to guide.

LABELS

• Act as project manager for clothing labels; act as point person; support new initiatives and data collection.

• Work closely with Marketing, Pre-Production and Technical Design. Execute plans.

• Manage label library.

• Communicate label initiatives and changes.

• Act as business point person when working with Design on new initiatives.

• Partner with external label vendor, NexGen, regarding our web-based label ordering system; involves placing orders, supporting product integrity, managing the process with the vendor.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Book travel (air, hotels, car services)

• Support all fittings and product life cycle events/meetings

• Train and support users on IT systems which involves working with SharePoint, Talbots shared drives (pattern library)

• New hire set up

• Support Technical Design team and Product Development team as needed

• Manage Department invoice process for Technical Design. Responsible for the review, approval, and processing of all invoices. Challenge issues and resolve as appropriate with internal and external associates.

• WEBPDM; Clean up POM’s (Point of Measure) and databases

You’ll bring to the role

• Fashion associated degree and/or 2-3 years of experience in fashion

• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills

• Attention to detail

• Strong project management and coordination skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Poise under pressure

• Builds collaborative relationships internal and external contacts

• Quality PC skills, including PLM, Excel, Word, Illustrator, Photoshop, and ability to learn quickly

• Quantitative skills to manage budgets, fees, charges, etc.

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.*
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K).*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Time off – paid time off & holidays.*
• The target salary range for this role is: $60,000 - $65,000
• Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.
• This position works 4 days per week in our NYC office.

Location:

New York Office

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.